The heroes and villains of 2015

Iain Russell

As another year draws to a close, the nation has once again been polled on who they deem to be the ‘heroes and villains’ of 2015.

Capturing the nation’s hearts and minds of the nation with his televised trip to the International Space Station earlier this month, astronaut Tim Peake tops the list as this year’s hero for almost a quarter (23%) of the nation.

Coming second with 19% is BBC Sports Personality of the Year Andy Murray following his outstanding performance in the Davis Cup tournament.

When it comes to predictions for 2016, it is political and economic issues which dominate the nation’s thoughts.

Worryingly, but unsurprisingly, over half (52%) of the population believes there will be another terrorist attack in the West next year.

Just over a third (35%) think interest rates will rise at some point next year while one in five (20%) believe Hillary Clinton will win the presidential election in the United States.

Closer to home, Jeremy Corbyn’s future is uncertain with almost a quarter (23%) of the view there will be a new leader of the Labour party announced next year.

The remaining top top predictions include an EU referendum being held; the introduction of a tax on high-sugar products; X Factor to get cancelled; Cheryl Fernandez-Versini to get divorced; a new James Bond announced; Prince Harry will get engaged; the housing bubble to burst; and ISIS to be defeated.

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